Senior Odoo ERP Project Manager

Apt Resources; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A major ERP solutions provider in Dubai is searching for a seasoned Senior Odoo ERP Project Manager. This role will entail leading the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of Odoo ERP across various business units. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in Odoo, along with strong project management skills. This opportunity allows for direct involvement in strategic projects, with potential growth into key leadership roles within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience implementing Odoo.
• Strong knowledge of finance, HR, procurement, maintenance, inventory, and project workflows.
• Proven experience leading full ERP implementation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of Odoo ERP.
• Manage detailed implementation plans and ensure timely delivery.
• Train department heads and end-users.

Skills

Project management

Functional expertise in Odoo

Process mapping

Training and support

Change management

Tools

Odoo

Primavera BSS integration

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Odoo ERP Project Manager to lead the design, implementation, rollout, and continuous improvement of an Odoo ERP system across multiple business units. This role will oversee the full ERP lifecycle from strategy and governance to implementation, training, optimization, and cross-department coordination.

The ideal candidate will have strong functional expertise in Odoo, excellent project management capabilities, and the ability to work closely with leadership teams across different countries.

Key Responsibilities

• ERP Strategy & Governance
  • Develop a standardised Odoo architecture across various business entities.
  • Define ERP governance models, SOPs, and streamlined processes.
  • Ensure system alignment with lean, efficient, and centralised management principles.
• End-to-End Odoo Implementation
  • Lead requirement gathering, functional design, and process mapping.
  • Configure Odoo modules: Accounting, HR, Payroll, Purchasing, Inventory, Projects, Maintenance, Real Estate, CRM, and Sales.
  • Manage system integrations and legacy data migration.
• Project Management
  • Create and manage detailed implementation plans for each business unit.
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with minimal disruption.
  • Coordinate with external Odoo partners and technical teams.
  • Establish unified dashboards and reporting standards.
• Training, Support & Change Management
  • Train department heads and end-users; prepare manuals and SOPs.
  • Provide hands‑on support during rollout phases.
  • Drive continuous improvement and automation initiatives.
• Technical Oversight
  • Supervise external developers working on custom modules, APIs, and integrations.
  • Ensure all development adheres to best practices.
• Reporting & Visibility
  • Build dashboards and reports covering KPIs, financials, procurement, inventory, and maintenance.
  • Support senior management with accurate and timely insights.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience implementing Odoo.
• Strong knowledge of finance, HR, procurement, maintenance, inventory, and project workflows.
• Proven experience leading full ERP implementation projects.
• Ability to design workflows and map business processes.
• Experience coordinating external Odoo developers.
• Knowledge of Primavera BSS integration is an advantage.
• Fluent English (Portuguese is a strong plus).

Competitive salary (UAE or international market based).

Opportunity to lead ERP transformation across a diversified group.

Direct involvement in strategic projects with the Group CEO.

Potential growth into Group Systems Director / Head of Digital Transformation.